{"product_id":"lettuce-butterhead-burgandy-boston","title":"Lettuce Seeds - Butterhead - Burgandy Boston","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"aonsk-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurgundy Boston wraps tender green inner leaves in a richly red outer layer, bringing both softness and color to a salad bowl. Its mild flavor makes a useful background for sharper greens, herbs and simple dressings. Let plants form loose butterheads for a whole-head harvest, or gather a few outside leaves as needed. The broad leaves also make attractive sandwich layers and small wraps when picked fresh and handled gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSoft butterhead leaves with a striking red-and-green contrast.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lactuca sativa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity or display:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-55 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Size varies with harvest stage; allow the stated plant spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 in between plants; rows 18 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the variety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurgundy Boston is an open-pollinated butterhead lettuce with red outer leaves and a tender green center. Its loose, rounded heads give gardeners the choice of picking individual leaves or harvesting a whole plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStarting seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow on the surface or barely cover, about 1\/8 in., in spring or late summer. Keep moist at 55-70 F; allow 5-14 days to sprout. Thin to 12 in. apart, rows 18 in. apart. Choose fertile soil and sun to light shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare through the season\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain steady moisture and avoid crowding. Shade cloth can moderate strong afternoon heat, but slow-bolting varieties still flower eventually. Make small repeat sowings for a steady supply. Lettuce seed may germinate poorly in hot soil; start in a cooler spot when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvest and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick outside leaves as needed or cut developed heads in 50-55 days. Refrigerate promptly; harvest before bolting. For seed, let selected plants flower, isolate varieties and collect the fluffy, dry seedheads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSaving seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLettuce is largely self-pollinating, though crossing is possible. Keep healthy plants with the desired leaf type, allow seed stalks to flower, and separate varieties when purity matters. Collect ripe seedheads as their white fluff appears. Dry thoroughly, clean and store cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon problems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect for aphids and slugs. Keep foliage and crowns from staying wet overnight, avoid waterlogged soil and maintain airflow. Heat, long days and water stress promote bolting or bitter leaves; harvest promptly and plan a new cool-season sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat distinguishes this variety?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurgundy Boston wraps tender green inner leaves in a richly red outer layer, bringing both softness and color to a salad bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I harvest?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick outside leaves as needed or cut developed heads in 50-55 days. Refrigerate promptly; harvest before bolting. For seed, let selected plants flower, isolate varieties and collect the fluffy, dry seedheads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I avoid poor quality?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain steady moisture and avoid crowding. Shade cloth can moderate strong afternoon heat, but slow-bolting varieties still flower eventually. Make small repeat sowings for a steady supply. Lettuce seed may germinate poorly in hot soil; start in a cooler spot when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alliance of Native Seedkeepers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52508651749678,"sku":"LT32","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.allianceofnativeseedkeepers.com\/products\/lettuce-butterhead-burgandy-boston","provider":"Alliance of Native Seedkeepers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}